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Bert - You are absolutly right. USA hockey made the swtich a long time ago to use birth years. Imagine how excited I was that my twin boys were born in January! it does give them a bit of an edge over players born later in the year.

Pods - a "Can do" attitude will go a long way for sure. I think some players get discouraged become some things come easier to others, but if they have the will to imporve and press on that will build charcater. Weight lifting can't build that.

Thanks leach and Mad Dog.

Thanks Digity. I will and keep up the great work with the site!

Thanks TD and Bert. I do play in a beer league with my brother actually. We still have a blast and I'm always busting his chops when a "soft" goal goes in just like he accuses me (rightfully so) of not backchecking The banter continues!

I had to stop coaching for now since it was a little too time conusming with the twins here, but I know I'll be back. I would be one proud papa if one/both turned out to be like Giroux.

I'm glad you enjoyed the read and this let you take a little trip down memory lane.